McNears Pier Repairs

During a 2008 storm, a large barge broke its mooring and collided with McNears pier, damaging about half the structure. Insurance covered the cost of the accident damage, but subsequent inspections showed additional erosion of the pier's foundation due to aging. When Measure A funds became available, Parks moved forward with the plan to completely repair cracking support beams and exposed, rusting rebar. The end result is a safer, more seismically sound pier for anglers and visitors to enjoy.

Because the pier sits on state land, and extends into the Bay, this project required coordination with and authorization from several state and federal agencies. The County's operating agreement with the state also required that the pier remain open to the public during construction.

• Address deferred maintenance.
• Improve the stability and safety of the pier.
• Maintain the natural beauty of McNears Beach Park.

• Shoring of span 1
• Several concrete tee repairs
• Diaphragm, deck, and curb repairs
• Corrosion inhibitor

• Pier Repair Plan PDF

• California Department of Fish and Wildlife
• California State Lands Commission
• California State Water Resources Control Board
• National Marine Fisheries Service
• San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission
• San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board
• United States Army Corps of Engineers

To protect the Bay, the work area was isolated with a containment boom and screens were utilized to prevent construction debris from falling into the water. Work was restricted during herring spawning.

• January–May 2016: Engineering survey, specifications, contractor bid, permits
• June 2016–January 2017: Construction